Waste Management Inc (WM)

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Currency in USD
234.45
-0.26(-0.11%)
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Has raised its dividend for 21 consecutive years
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Day's Range
232.23235.69
52 wk Range
196.59242.58
Key Statistics
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Prev. Close
234.71
Open
235.11
Day's Range
232.23-235.69
52 wk Range
196.59-242.58
Volume
978.48K
Average Volume (3m)
1.75M
1-Year Change
12.31%
Book Value / Share
21.51
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Price Target
248.23
Upside
+5.88%
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Waste Management Inc News & Analysis

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Waste Management Inc Company Profile

Waste Management, Inc., through its subsidiaries, provides environmental solutions to residential, commercial, industrial, and municipal customers in the United States, Canada, Western Europe, and internationally. It offers collection services, including picking up and transporting waste and recyclable materials from where it was generated to a transfer station, recovery facility, or disposal site; owns and operates transfer stations; and owns, develops, and operates landfill gas-to-energy facilities that produce renewable electricity and renewable natural gas. It also operates materials processing and commodities recycling services, including cardboard, paper, glass, metals, plastics, construction and demolition materials, and other recycling commodities are recovered for resale or redirected for other purposes; recycling brokerage services, such as managing the marketing of recyclable materials for third parties; and other strategic business solutions. In addition, the company collects recyclable food and yard waste, as well as markets and sells mulch, compost, soil amendments, and renewable energy; offers remediation and construction, and industrial waste services; and manages and markets fly ash. Further, it provides Regulated Waste and Compliance Services (RWCS), which offers compliance programs, as well as collection, processing, and disposal of regulated and specialized waste, including medical, pharmaceutical, and hazardous waste; and Secure Information Destruction (SID) services that includes the collection of personal and confidential information for secure destruction and recycling of sorted office paper. The company was formerly known as USA Waste Services, Inc. and changed its name to Waste Management, Inc. in 1998. Waste Management, Inc. was founded in 1968 and is based in Houston, Texas.

Waste Management Inc SWOT Analysis


Strategic Expansion
Waste Management's acquisition of Stericycle and increased M&A activity signal ambitious growth plans, with potential synergies exceeding $250 million by 2027.
Financial Resilience
Explore WM's robust performance, with Q4 2024 adjusted EBITDA surpassing estimates and strong core pricing strategies maintaining profitability amid inflationary pressures.
Green Initiatives
Delve into WM's sustainability focus, including recycling and renewable energy projects, positioning the company at the forefront of environmental responsibility in waste management.
Market Outlook
Analyst targets range from $220 to $241, reflecting optimism about WM's growth potential despite challenges in commodity prices and integration complexities.
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Waste Management Inc Earnings Call Summary for Q1/2025

  • Waste Management missed Q1 2025 forecasts with EPS of $1.58 vs $1.69 expected and revenue of $6.02B vs $6.15B anticipated
  • Operating EBITDA grew 12% year-over-year to $6.57B, maintaining a 30% margin in legacy business for fourth consecutive quarter
  • Company targets core price increases of 5.8-6.2%, volume growth of 0.25-0.75%, and $500M in acquisitions for 2025
  • CEO emphasized technology deployment to optimize workforce amid aging and shrinking US labor market
  • Stock declined 0.79% after-hours; Investor Day in June to provide insights on long-term strategy
Last Updated: 30/04/2025, 01:28 am
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P/E Ratio
35.2x15.2x11.9x
PEG Ratio
4.04−0.020.03
Price/Book
10.9x1.9x1.4x
Price / LTM Sales
4.1x0.6x1.2x
Upside (Analyst Target)
7.5%0.0%19.9%
Fair Value Upside
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Analyst Ratings

14 Buy
11 Hold
1 Sell
Ratings:
26 analysts
Overall Consensus
Buy

Analysts 12-Month Price Target:

Average 248.23
(+5.88% Upside)

Dividends

Payout Ratio
Payout ratio (TTM)
Earnings retained
EPS 6.66%
Dividend Yield
1.42%
Industry Median 0.94%
Annualised payout
3.30
Paid quarterly
5-Years Growth
+8.11%
Growth Streak

Earnings

Latest Release
Apr 28, 2025
EPS / Forecast
1.58 / 1.69
Revenue / Forecast
6.02B / 6.15B
EPS Revisions
Last 90 days

WM Income Statement

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FAQ

What Is the Waste Management (WM) Stock Price Today?

The Waste Management stock price today is 234.45

What Stock Exchange Does Waste Management Trade On?

Waste Management is listed and trades on the New York Stock Exchange stock exchange.

What Is the Stock Symbol for Waste Management?

The stock symbol for Waste Management is "WM."

Does Waste Management Pay Dividends? What’s The Current Dividend Yield?

The Waste Management dividend yield is 1.41%.

What Is the Waste Management Market Cap?

As of today, Waste Management market cap is 94.32B.

What Is Waste Management's Earnings Per Share (TTM)?

The Waste Management EPS (TTM) is 6.66.

When Is the Next Waste Management Earnings Date?

Waste Management will release its next earnings report on 28 July 2025.

From a Technical Analysis Perspective, Is WM a Buy or Sell?

Based on moving averages and other technical indicators, the daily buy/sell signal is Neutral.

How Many Times Has Waste Management Stock Split?

Waste Management has split 0 times.

How Many Employees Does Waste Management Have?

Waste Management has 61700 employees.

What is the current trading status of Waste Management (WM)?

As of 24 June 2025, Waste Management (WM) is trading at a price of 234.45, with a previous close of 234.71. The stock has fluctuated within a day range of 232.23 to 235.69, while its 52-week range spans from 196.59 to 242.58.

What Is Waste Management (WM) Price Target According to Analysts?

The average 12-month price target for Waste Management is USD248.23227, with a high estimate of USD277 and a low estimate of USD191. 14 analysts recommend buying the stock, while 1 suggest selling, leading to an overall rating of Buy. The stock has an +5.88% Upside potential.
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